Safety

Correct adjustment of head restraints

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Correct adjustment of the head restraints is an essential part of protection and helps limit the risk of injury in most accidents.

Réglage correct de l'appuie-tête vu de l'avant
Fig. 166 Correct head restraint adjustment, front view

Réglage correct de l'appuie-tête vu du côté

Fig. 167 Correct head restraint adjustment, side view

Head restraints must be adjusted correctly to ensure optimal protection.

Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is level with the top of your head => fig. 166 and => fig. 167.

Head restraint adjustment

CAUTION!

The risk of serious injury is high if you drive with the head restraints removed or not adjusted correctly.

  • Incorrect head restraint adjustment can result in fatal injuries in a collision or accident.
  • Incorrect head restraint adjustment also increases the risk of injury during sudden and unexpected steering and braking maneuvers.
  • Head restraints must always be adjusted according to the size of the seat occupant.

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